1969 Buick GS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2915 mm |
